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Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Charcoal, Activated LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.
Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of
inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance is toxic to mucous membranes. The substance may be toxic to
lungs. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
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Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical
attention.
Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Seek
medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar,
tie, belt or waistband.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Large Spill:
Spontaneously combustible solid. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an
appropriate waste disposal. Obtain advice on use of water as spilled material may react with it. Do not touch spilled material.
Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources. Cover with wet earth,
sand or other non-combustible material. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a
concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
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Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust.
Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, metals, acids.
Storage:
Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep in a cool and ventilated area away from combustible materials. Keep
container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible
sources of ignition (spark or flame).
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants
below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid
inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this
product.
Exposure Limits:
TWA: 3.5 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] TWA: 4 (mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)] Inhalation Respirable. TWA: 10
(mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)] Inhalation Total. TWA: 2 (mg/m3) [Canada] Inhalation Respirable.Consult local authorities for
acceptable exposure limits.
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Dispersion Properties: Not available.
Solubility: Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
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Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.
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